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i NOTICE Enterasys Networks and its licensors reserve the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Enterasys Networks to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, firmw...
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ii FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This...
Page 5 - iii; PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT; BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT,
iii ENTERASYS NETWORKS, INC. PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT, CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. This document is an agreement (“Agreement”) between You, the end user, and Enterasys Networks, Inc. (“Enterasys”) that sets forth your rights and obligation...
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iv 5. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The enclosed Product (i) was developed solely at private expense; (ii) contains “restricted computer software” submitted with restricted rights in accordance with section 52.227-19 (a) through (d) of the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights...
Page 8 - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; Berkshire RG14 2PZ, England
vi DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC73/23/EEC Manufacturer’s Name: Enterasys Networks, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 35 Industrial WayPO Box 5005 Rochester, NH 03867 European Representative Name: Mr. Jim Sims European Representative Address: Enterasys Networks ...
Page 9 - vii; Contents; ABOUT THIS GUIDE; INTRODUCTION
Contents vii Contents Figures ............................................................................................................................................ xTables.............................................................................................................................
Page 10 - viii; Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen Example . 3-20
viii Contents 3.2 Accessing the VHSIM2-A6DP ATM Screen .................................................... 3-8 3.3 ATM Connections Screen ............................................................................. 3-10 3.4 ATM Connection Setup Screen..................................................
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Contents ix 3.17 Signalling Screen .......................................................................................... 3-573.17.1 Changing the UNI Version ............................................................. 3-59 3.17.2 Changing the ILMI Status to Disabled ..............................
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x Figures Figures Figure Page 1-1 VHSIM2-A6DP ................................................................................................................ 1-1 2-1 Removing the APIM Coverplate ...................................................................................... 2-3 2-2 Installin...
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Figures xi B-7 VAPIM-31 ........................................................................................................................B-7 B-8 VAPIM-39 ........................................................................................................................B-8 B-9 VAPIM-39LR ...
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xii Tables Tables Table Page 3-1 Event Messages ........................................................................................................... 3-4 3-2 Keyboard Conventions ................................................................................................. 3-5 4-1 VHSIM2-A6...
Page 15 - xiii; About This Guide; Describes VHSIM2-A6DP features; WHO SHOULD USE THIS GUIDE; This guide is organized as follows:; Introduction; and concludes with a list of related manuals.; Installation; , describes how to install ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs and; Local Management; , describes how to use the VHSIM2-A6DP Local Management
xiii About This Guide Welcome to the Enterasys Networks VHSIM2-A6DP User’s Guide. This manual provides the following information: • Describes VHSIM2-A6DP features • Explains how to install the VHSIM2-A6DP in Enterasys interface module or standalone device • Outlines specifications for the Enterasys ...
Page 16 - Related Manuals; xiv; LANVIEW LEDs; , describes how to use the VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs to monitor VHSIM; VHSIM2-A6DP Specifications; , describes environmental specifications and safety; APIM and VAPIM Specifications; , describes specifications and features for each of; RELATED MANUALS; ATM Technology Guide
Related Manuals xiv Chapter 4 , LANVIEW LEDs , describes how to use the VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs to monitor VHSIM performance and status. Appendix A , VHSIM2-A6DP Specifications , describes environmental specifications and safety requirements for the VHSIM2-A6DP. Appendix B , APIM and VAPIM Specifications ,...
Page 17 - xv; DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS; The following conventions are used throughout this document:; TIP: Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions.; italic type
Related Manuals xv DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: NOTE: Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. TIP: Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. CAUTION: Contains information essential t...
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Related Manuals xvi x A lowercase italic x indicates the generic use of a letter (e.g., xxx indicates any combination of three alphabetic characters). n A lowercase italic n indicates the generic use of a number (e.g., 19nn indicates a four-digit number in which the last two digits are unknown). [ ]...
Page 19 - OVERVIEW
Introduction 1-1 1 Introduction This chapter provides a brief overview of the VHSIM2-A6DP and provides information on obtaining additional help from Enterasys Networks. Figure 1-1 VHSIM2-A6DP 1.1 OVERVIEW The VHSIM2-A6DP extends the functionality of the Enterasys Networks interface module or standal...
Page 20 - ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs and VAPIMs); Appendix B; MIB Support
Overview 1-2 Introduction 1.1.1 ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs and VAPIMs) The VHSIM2-A6DP supports two Enterasys Networks APIMs for ATM connectivity and redundancy. APIMs for any interface can be installed into the VHSIM2-A6DP. The two APIMs installed may be of any combination of physical layer ...
Page 21 - GETTING HELP
Getting Help Introduction 1-3 1.2 GETTING HELP For additional support related to the product or this document, contact Enterasys Networks using one of the following methods: Before contacting Enterasys Networks, have the following information ready: • Your Enterasys Networks service contract number ...
Page 23 - This chapter contains instructions for the following tasks:; UNPACKING THE VHSIM2-A6DP; Remove the shipping box material covering the VHSIM2-A6DP.; bag until you are ready to install the module.
Installation 2-1 2 Installation This chapter contains instructions for the following tasks: • Unpacking the VHSIM2-A6DP ( Section 2.1 ) • Installing APIMs ( Section 2.2 ) • Installing a VHSIM2-A6DP ( Section 2.4 ) To install the VHSIM2-A6DP and APIMs, the following tools are required: • Antistatic w...
Page 24 - INSTALLING APIMs
Installing APIMs 2-2 Installation 2.2 INSTALLING APIMs To install an APIM into the VHSIM2-A6DP, proceed as follows: 1. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instructions on the antistatic wrist strap package). 2. Remove and save the faceplate screws attaching the faceplate to the VHSIM2-A6...
Page 27 - Secure the APIM with the screws saved in; . The screw used to attach the rear of the APIM; INSTALLING VAPIMs
Installing VAPIMs Installation 2-5 5. Press down firmly on the APIM until the pins slide all the way into the connector. Ensure the APIM sits flush on the standoffs. If the APIM does not sit flush with the standoffs, ensure that the pins have been inserted into the correct connector on the VHSIM2-A6...
Page 30 - Secure the VAPIM with the screws saved in; INSTALLING A VHSIM; Remove and save the two standoff screws. See
Installing a VHSIM 2-8 Installation 5. Press down firmly on the VAPIM until the pins slide all the way into the connector. Ensure the VAPIM sits flush on the standoffs. 6. Secure the VAPIM with the screws saved in step 3 . The screw used to attach the rear of the VAPIM to the standoff is optional, a...
Page 32 - Place the VHSIM behind the module faceplate. See; Installing the VHSIM2-A6DP
Installing a VHSIM 2-10 Installation Place the VHSIM behind the module faceplate. See Figure 2-6 . Figure 2-6 Installing the VHSIM2-A6DP 7. Align the connectors of the VHSIM2-A6DP into the host device connector pins on the module as shown in Figure 2-6 . VHSIM2-A6DP APIM 1 APIM 2 2825_06 Host Device...
Page 33 - Reinstall the interface module in the chassis.; Chapter 3; Installing a VHSIM2-A6DP in a Standalone Device; Power down the device and remove the power cord.; and remove the coverplate as shown back in; Remove and save the two standoff screws as shown back in; ensure that the standoffs on the interface module align with the
Installing a VHSIM Installation 2-11 8. Press down firmly on the back of the VHSIM2-A6DP until the pins slide all the way into the connector holes. 9. Secure the VHSIM2-A6DP to the faceplate using the two screws saved in step 5 . 10. Secure the VHSIM2-A6DP to the standoffs with the two screws saved ...
Page 34 - Place the VHSIM2-A6DP behind the device faceplate as shown back in; , ensure that the standoffs on the device align with the standoff
Installing a VHSIM 2-12 Installation 7. Place the VHSIM2-A6DP behind the device faceplate as shown back in Figure 2-6 . 8. Insert the connectors of the VHSIM2-A6DP into the host device connector pins on the device. 9. Press down firmly on the back of the VHSIM2-A6DP until the pins slide all the way ...
Page 35 - This chapter explains how to perform the following tasks:
Local Management 3-1 3 Local Management This chapter explains how to perform the following tasks: • How to view current ATM connections. • Configure Permanent Virtual Channels (PVCs). • Configure LAN Emulation Clients (LECs). • View Emulated LAN (ELAN) properties. • Perform searches of the VHSIM2-A6...
Page 36 - Installation of an APIM in the VHSIM2-A6DP. Refer to; USING LOCAL MANAGEMENT SCREENS; through; Local Management Screen Elements; . The name of the screen is in the figure title for each screen.
Using Local Management Screens 3-2 Local Management The following must be completed before configuring the VHSIM2-A6DP through Local Management: • Installation of an APIM in the VHSIM2-A6DP. Refer to Chapter 2 for instructions. • Installation of the VHSIM2-A6DP in the host interface module or standa...
Page 37 - The following list explains each of the Local Management fields:; Event Message Field
Using Local Management Screens Local Management 3-3 Figure 3-1 Example of a Local Management Screen The following list explains each of the Local Management fields: Event Message Field This field briefly displays messages that indicate if a Local Management procedure was executed correctly or incorr...
Page 38 - Display Fields; Event Messages; SAVED OK
Using Local Management Screens 3-4 Local Management Table 3-1 describes the most common event messages. Event messages related to specific Local Management applications are described with those applications throughout this manual. Display Fields Display fields cannot be edited. These fields may disp...
Page 39 - Local Management Keyboard Conventions; explains the keyboard; Keyboard Conventions; ENTER Key and RETURN Key
Using Local Management Screens Local Management 3-5 3.1.2 Local Management Keyboard Conventions All key names appear in this manual as capital letters. For example, the Enter key appears as ENTER and the Backspace key appears as BACKSPACE. Table 3-2 explains the keyboard conventions used in this man...
Page 40 - Navigating Local Management Screens; shows the; VHSIM2-A6DP Local Management Screen Hierarchy; Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items; Select items on a menu screen by performing the following steps:
Using Local Management Screens 3-6 Local Management 3.1.3 Navigating Local Management Screens The VHSIM2-A6DP Local Management application consists of a series of menu screens. Navigate through Local Management by selecting items from the menu screens. Figure 3-2 shows the hierarchy of the VHSIM2-A6...
Page 41 - Exiting Local Management Screens; Using the EXIT Command
Using Local Management Screens Local Management 3-7 3.1.3.2 Exiting Local Management Screens There are two ways to exit Local Management (LM). Using the EXIT Command To exit an LM screen using the EXIT command, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the EXIT command at the bottom of ...
Page 42 - ACCESSING THE VHSIM2-A6DP ATM SCREEN; VHSIM2-A6DP ATM Screen; CONNECTIONS
Accessing the VHSIM2-A6DP ATM Screen 3-8 Local Management 3.2 ACCESSING THE VHSIM2-A6DP ATM SCREEN To access the VHSIM2-A6DP ATM screen in a standalone device (e.g., 2E42-27), navigate through the Local Management screens until the High Speed Configuration screen displays. Select VHSIM2-A6DP CONFIGU...
Page 43 - PHYSICAL PORT CONFIGURATION
Accessing the VHSIM2-A6DP ATM Screen Local Management 3-9 PHYSICAL PORT CONFIGURATION This menu item displays the Physical Port Configuration Menu screen. This screen provides two menu items that allow the user to configure the physical ports of the VHSIM2-A6DP. For details, refer to Section 3.8 . L...
Page 44 - ATM CONNECTIONS SCREEN; Press ENTER, the ATM Connections screen,; ATM Connections Screen; CONNECTION TABLE
ATM Connections Screen 3-10 Local Management 3.3 ATM CONNECTIONS SCREEN The ATM Connections screen allows the user to open the ATM Connections Setup screen, and the ATM Connection Setup by Virtual Interface screen. To access the ATM Connections screen from the ATM screen, perform the following steps...
Page 45 - CONNECTIONS BY VIRTUAL INTERFACE; ATM CONNECTION SETUP SCREEN; ATM Connection Setup Screen; Connection Setup screen.
ATM Connection Setup Screen Local Management 3-11 CONNECTIONS BY VIRTUAL INTERFACE This menu item, when selected, opens the ATM Connection Setup by Virtual Interface screen. This screen is used to view all current connections (PVCs and SVCs) on an interface-by-interface basis. Refer to Section 3.7 ....
Page 46 - Displays the number of current connections on the VHSIM2-A6DP.
ATM Connection Setup Screen 3-12 Local Management The following list explains each of the ATM Connection Setup screen fields: Total Bandwidth Available (Read-Only) Shows the resources the current APIM has available for the assignment of PVCs and their associated traffic descriptors. If there are no ...
Page 47 - ILMI (Integrated Local Management Interface)
ATM Connection Setup Screen Local Management 3-13 • LLC Encapsulated - Logical Link Control for Bridged Protocols as defined by the IETF RFC 1483. This encapsulation type is for PVCs only. ATM Address (ESI) (Read-Only) Displays the MAC Address of the device to which the SVC or PVC is currently conne...
Page 48 - TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PVC PRIORITY ASSIGNMENTS; Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen
Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments 3-14 Local Management 3.5 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PVC PRIORITY ASSIGNMENTS The Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments screen is only accessible if the operational mode of the board is 802.1Q Switching. If the board is in SecureFast mode, the Add/Delete Ent...
Page 49 - Logical Link Control for Bridged Protocols as defined by the IETF
Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Local Management 3-15 PVC Vport (Modifiable) Automatically displays the next available PVC Vport (Virtual Port) for configuration. This field displays the first unconfigured Virtual Port on the device as the default. The first unconfigured Virtual Port is ...
Page 51 - Adding Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments
Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Local Management 3-17 3.5.1 Adding Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments To add an entry to the PVC Priority Assignments, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the PVC Vport field. Choose the PVC Vport desired by either pres...
Page 53 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the PVC VPort field.; Virtual Port to be deleted.; Use the arrow keys to select the DELETE command.; indicating that Local Management has deleted the Virtual Port.
Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Local Management 3-19 3.5.2 Modifying an Entry (Vport) To modify an existing entry (Vport), perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the PVC VPort field. 2. Select the VPport value of the existing PVC to be modified. 3. Use the arrow...
Page 54 - Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen Example; Example Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen
Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments 3-20 Local Management 3.5.4 Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen Example Figure 3-7 Example Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen The user has two boards connected to an ATM switch and each configured as above. The ATM switch is ...
Page 55 - ADD/DELETE ENTRY SCREEN; Add/Delete Entry Screen; The following list explains each Add/Delete Entry screen field:
Add/Delete Entry Screen Local Management 3-21 3.6 ADD/DELETE ENTRY SCREEN The Add/Delete Entry screen is used to create, modify, or delete PVCs. To access the Add/Delete Entry screen from the ATM Connection Setup screen perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the ADD/DELETE c...
Page 56 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the VPI field and enter 0 or 1.; NOTE: The VCI values 0 through 31 are reserved for ATM Forum use only.
Add/Delete Entry Screen 3-22 Local Management AAL Type (Read-Only) Displays the ATM Adaptation Layer (AAL) being used by the PVC. The VHSIM2-A6DP uses AAL 5. Encapsulation Type (Toggle) Displays the type of data encapsulation that the VHSIM2-A6DP will use to perform LAN to ATM translation. This fiel...
Page 57 - the appropriate Encapsulation Type displays.; Use the arrow keys to highlight the VPI field and enter the VPI.; Local Management has deleted the PVC.
Add/Delete Entry Screen Local Management 3-23 2. Use the arrow keys to highlight the VCI field and enter a VCI value from 32 to 4095. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Encapsulation Type field and press the SPACE bar until the appropriate Encapsulation Type displays. 4. Use the arrow keys to hi...
Page 58 - ATM CONNECTION SETUP BY VIRTUAL INTERFACE SCREEN; Press ENTER. The ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface screen,; ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface Screen
ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface Screen 3-24 Local Management 3.7 ATM CONNECTION SETUP BY VIRTUAL INTERFACE SCREEN The ATM Connection Setup by Virtual Interface screen is used to view all current connections for each LAN Emulation Client (LEC) that has been configured on the VHSIM2-A6DP on ...
Page 59 - also provides instructions on how to view all PVCs that have been
ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface Screen Local Management 3-25 Virtual Interface # (Selectable) Displays the virtual interface number that this LEC or PVC has been assigned by the VHSIM2-A6DP. Each LEC and PVC configured on the VHSIM2-A6DP is automatically assigned a virtual interface number...
Page 60 - Displays the traffic index assigned to each specific PVC.; Selecting a Virtual Interface; To specify which virtual interface to jump to, proceed as follows:; Use the arrow keys to highlight the Virtual Interface #: field.; Using the number keys, enter the number of the virtual interface.
ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface Screen 3-26 Local Management Index (Read-Only) Displays the traffic index assigned to each specific PVC. NEXT (Command) Allows the user to view the next page of information for the current virtual interface, if there are more lines of connection information ...
Page 61 - PHYSICAL PORT CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN; Press ENTER. The Physical Port Configuration Menu screen,; Physical Port Configuration Menu Screen; PORT FRAMER CONFIGURATION
Physical Port Configuration Menu Screen Local Management 3-27 3.8 PHYSICAL PORT CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN The Physical Port Configuration Menu screen contains two menu items that allow the user to access the Port Framer Configuration screen and the ATM Port Redundancy Configuration screen. To access...
Page 62 - PORT FRAMER CONFIGURATION SCREEN; Press ENTER. The Port Framer Configuration screen,; Port Framer Configuration Screen
Por t Framer Configuration Screen 3-28 Local Management 3.9 PORT FRAMER CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Port Framer Configuration screen is used to enable or disable ATM statistics and alarms, and to specify, if applicable, the transmission type that the APIM will use (SONET or SDH). The Port Framer Config...
Page 64 - Configuring an APIM
ATM Por t Redundancy Configuration Screen 3-30 Local Management 3.9.1 Configuring an APIM To configure an APIM to use custom settings, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Physical Port field. 2. Press the SPACE bar to select APIM 1 ([1]) or APIM 2 ([2]). 3. Use the ar...
Page 65 - Physical Port Configuration Menu screen.; Press ENTER. The ATM Port Redundancy Configuration screen,; ATM Port Redundancy Configuration Screen
ATM Port Redundancy Configuration Screen Local Management 3-31 • Reset all configurations in the ATM Port Redundancy Configuration screen to their factory default settings. To access the ATM Port Redundancy Configuration screen from the ATM screen, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys ...
Page 66 - Displays the current status of redundant ports of the VHSIM2-A6DP.; Chapter 4
ATM Por t Redundancy Configuration Screen 3-32 Local Management Primary Port (Modifiable) Used to determine which APIM installed in the VHSIM2-A6DP will be the primary port. Entering 1 in this field signifies that the APIM in slot APIM 1 on the VHSIM2-A6DP will be the primary port. Entering 2 signif...
Page 67 - Used to save all changes to memory.; Use the arrow keys to highlight the Redundancy Status field.; To set the Primary port, perform the following steps:; Use the arrow keys to highlight the Primary port field.
ATM Port Redundancy Configuration Screen Local Management 3-33 TEST PORTS NOW (Command) Used to instruct the VHSIM2-A6DP to perform an APIM redundancy test immediately. When the test is completed, the results are displayed in the Port Usability/Status field. RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS (Command) Used ...
Page 68 - To set the Active port, perform the following steps:; Use the arrow keys to highlight the Active port field.; Setting the Activation of Redundant Port Field; Use the arrow keys to highlight the Revert to Primary port field.
ATM Por t Redundancy Configuration Screen 3-34 Local Management 3.10.3 Setting the Active Port To set the Active port, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Active port field. 2. Enter 1 or 2. Entering 1 signifies APIM 1 of the VHSIM2-A6DP. Entering 2 signifies APIM 2 o...
Page 69 - Setting the Periodic Test Status Field; Use the arrow keys to highlight the Periodic test status field.
ATM Port Redundancy Configuration Screen Local Management 3-35 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. The changes are saved to memory. 3.10.6 Setting the Periodic Test Status Field To enable or disable the Periodic test status feature, perfor...
Page 70 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the TEST PORTS NOW command.; Using the RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS Command; Press ENTER. The LAN Emulation Clients screen,
LAN Emulation Clients Screen 3-36 Local Management 3.10.8 Using the TEST PORTS NOW Command To force the VHSIM2-A6DP to perform a redundancy test immediately, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TEST PORTS NOW command. 2. Press ENTER. The VHSIM2-A6DP performs the redun...
Page 72 - LEC TRANSMIT QUEUES; Refer to; LEC TABLE SCREEN; LEC Table Screen; The following list explains each of the LEC Table screen fields:
LEC Table Screen 3-38 Local Management LEC TRANSMIT QUEUES This menu item opens the Traffic Management LEC Priority Queues screen. This screen is used to assign 802.1P priorities to a LEC. Refer to Section 3.16 . 3.12 LEC TABLE SCREEN The LEC Table screen is a read-only screen that is used to view t...
Page 73 - Displays the Index of the LEC.
LEC Table Screen Local Management 3-39 Port (Read-Only) Displays the application port number this has LEC has been dynamically assigned. Index (Read-Only) Displays the Index of the LEC. LEC ID (Read-Only) This value is dynamically assigned by the LES to uniquely identify this LEC. Ver (Read-Only) Di...
Page 74 - The LEC is now fully configured, and is switching traffic.; LEC ADMINISTRATION SCREEN; Press ENTER the LEC Administration screen,; LEC Administration Screen
LEC Administration Screen 3-40 Local Management • Join - During the Join phase, the LEC establishes a Control Direct VCC with the LES. After this connection is made, the LEC is assigned a LEC ID, the name of the ELAN it will join, and is notified of the maximum frame size allowed on the ELAN and the...
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LEC Administration Screen Local Management 3-41 Configure LEC (Toggle) Used to specify if the LEC is configured manually by the user, or automatically by the VHSIM2-A6DP. This field toggles between Automatic and Manual. For instructions on how to configure the LEC automatically and manually, refer t...
Page 78 - Changing the LEC Status of an Existing LEC; NOTE: To discover the Index of the LEC that will be modified, refer to
LEC Administration Screen 3-44 Local Management 3.13.1 Changing the LEC Status of an Existing LEC To change the LEC Status, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the MODIFY MODE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. 2. Use the arrow keys to highlight the LEC ...
Page 79 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the Selective Multicast field.; To configure a new LEC manually, perform the following steps:; Use the arrow keys to highlight the LANE Version field.
LEC Administration Screen Local Management 3-45 6. Use the arrow keys to highlight the ELAN Name field. Enter a name for the ELAN that is no more than 32 characters in length. This step is optional, and does not have to be performed to configure the LEC automatically. 7. Use the arrow keys to highli...
Page 80 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the Configure LEC field.
LEC Administration Screen 3-46 Local Management 3. Press the SPACE bar to toggle between the options (1.0 or 2.0) until the desired LANE version displays. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Configure LEC field. 5. Use the SPACE bar to toggle between the options until Manual displays. 6. Use the ...
Page 81 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the MAX MTU Size field.; NOTE: To discover the Index of the LEC to be modified, refer to
LEC Administration Screen Local Management 3-47 3.13.4 Modifying an Existing LEC To modify a LEC that has already been created, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the MODIFY MODE command and press ENTER. 2. Use the arrow keys to highlight the LEC Index field. 3. Enter th...
Page 82 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the Topology Change Frames field.; To delete an existing LEC, perform the following steps:; Use the arrow keys to highlight the LEC Index field.; Enter the LEC Index of the LEC that will be deleted.; LEC PROPERTIES SCREEN; NOTE: To discover the Index of the LEC that is to be deleted, refer to
LEC Properties Screen 3-48 Local Management h. Press the SPACE bar to toggle between the options (Enable or Disable) until the desired option displays. i. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Topology Change Frames field. j. Press the SPACE bar to toggle between the options (Enable or Disable) until ...
Page 83 - Displays the name of the ELAN to which this LEC belongs.
LEC Properties Screen Local Management 3-49 Figure 3-16 LEC Properties Screen The following list explains each of the LEC Properties screen fields: LEC Index (Selectable) Used to identify this LEC both on the VHSIM2-A6DP and in the ATM Forum’s LEC MIB. LEC ID (Read-Only) Displays the LAN Emulation C...
Page 85 - To view additional ELANs, perform the following steps:; Use the arrow keys to highlight the LEC Index field.
LEC Properties Screen Local Management 3-51 LECS Configuration Direct VCC (Read-Only) Displays the VPI and VCI of the Configuration Direct Virtual Channel Connection (VCC) that the LEC has with the LECS. This connection is used to obtain LAN Emulation configuration parameters, and is also used by th...
Page 86 - LEC ARP CACHE SCREEN; To access the LEC ARP Cache screen, perform the following steps:; LEC ARP Cache Screen; The following explains each of the LEC ARP Cache screen fields:
LEC ARP Cache Screen 3-52 Local Management 3.15 LEC ARP CACHE SCREEN The LEC ARP Cache screen is used to view the ATM address, VPI and VCI used to communicate with a MAC address. To access the LEC ARP Cache screen, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the LEC ARP CACHE men...
Page 87 - Used to step through the following options:
LEC ARP Cache Screen Local Management 3-53 Search By (Selectable) Used to step through the following options: • ALL ADDR (all addresses) • VPI, VCI (VPI/VCI pair) • MAC ADDR (MAC address) • ATM ADDR (ATM address of the LEC) This field allows the user to specify the way in which the LEC ARP Cache wil...
Page 88 - LEC PRIORITY QUEUES SCREEN
LEC Priority Queues Screen 3-54 Local Management SEARCH (Command) Performs a search of the LEC ARP Cache based on the search term specified in the ADDR or VPI/VCI fields below the Search By field. This command is only available if a valid search term is entered. 3.15.1 Performing a Search To perform...
Page 89 - Displays the name of the ELAN associated with the chosen LEC Index.
LEC Priority Queues Screen Local Management 3-55 Figure 3-18 Traffic Managment LEC Priority Queues Screen The following list explains each of the Traffic Management LEC Priority Queues screen fields: LEC Index (Selectable) Displays the Index of the LEC to which the information displayed on the scree...
Page 91 - SIGNALLING SCREEN; Signalling Screen; The following list explains each of the Signalling screen fields:
Signalling Screen Local Management 3-57 3.17 SIGNALLING SCREEN The Signalling screen is used to set the parameters for all SVCs, to view the Integrated Local Management Interface (ILMI) Physical Address, view the current version of UNI being used by the VHSIM2-A6DP, to disable ILMI and UNI, and to r...
Page 93 - To change the UNI Version perform the following steps:; Changing the ILMI Status to Disabled; Use the arrow keys to highlight the ILMI Status field.
Signalling Screen Local Management 3-59 3.17.1 Changing the UNI Version To change the UNI Version perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the ILMI Status field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to toggle the field until the option Enabled displays. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the ...
Page 94 - Use the arrow keys to highlight the UNI Status field.; To restart UNI, perform the following steps:
Signalling Screen 3-60 Local Management 3.17.3 Changing the UNI Status To change the UNI status from the default state of Enabled, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the UNI Status field. 2. Press the SPACE bar until the option Disabled displays. 3. Use the arrow keys to...
Page 95 - TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCREEN; Press ENTER. The Traffic Management Descriptor Profiles screen,; Traffic Management Descriptor Profiles Screen; Used to enter a name for the chosen traffic descriptor.
Traffic Management Screen Local Management 3-61 3.18 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCREEN The Traffic Management screen is used to set up profile index traffic descriptors. Once the descriptors are set up, they can be assigned to PVCs created in Connection Setup or LEC Transmit Queue screens. To access the Tra...
Page 96 - Used to choose the units of measurement for the profile.
Traffic Management Screen 3-62 Local Management Traffic Category (Selectable) Used to choose the traffic category for the selected name. UBR (Unspecified Bit Rate) is the default, and the choices are CBR (Constant Bit Rate), nrt-VBR (non real time Variable Bit Rate), and ABR (Available Bit Rate). Fo...
Page 97 - To set up a descriptor profile, perform the following steps:
Traffic Management Screen Local Management 3-63 3.18.1 Setting up a Descriptor Profile To set up a descriptor profile, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Profile Index field.Use the space bar to toggle, or enter the number of the index to be described. 2. Use the arr...
Page 98 - DISCOVERY ELAN SETUP SCREEN; Press ENTER. The ATM Discovery ELAN Setup screen,; NOTE: The default ELAN does not have a name assigned to itself.
Discovery ELAN Setup Screen 3-64 Local Management 3.19 DISCOVERY ELAN SETUP SCREEN The ATM Discovery ELAN Setup screen is displayed only when the host device is configured to operate as a SecureFast switch. Upon first initialization, the VHSIM2-A6DP attempts to contact any other VHSIM2-A6DPs present...
Page 101 - shows the location of the LANVIEW LEDs; Flashing indicates an irregular LED pulse.
LANVIEW LEDs 4-1 4 LANVIEW LEDs This chapter describes how to use the LANVIEW LEDs to monitor VHSIM2-A6DP status and diagnose VHSIM2-A6DP problems. Figure 4-1 shows the location of the LANVIEW LEDs (Transmit, Receive, STS and LNK). 4.1 VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs Refer to Table 4-1 and Table 4-2 for a descript...
Page 102 - APIM LEDs; Off
VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs 4-2 LANVIEW LEDs Table 4-1 VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs LED Color Definition Off None No activity. TX(Transmit) Green (Flashing) Cells being transmitted. RX(Receive) Green (Flashing) Cells being received. NOTE: All APIMs and VAPIMs share the same LEDs. Table 4-2 APIM LEDs LED Color Definition L...
Page 103 - SPECIFICATIONS; Environment; Operating Temperature:
VHSIM2-A6DP Specifications A-1 A VHSIM2-A6DP Specifications This Appendix describes environmental specifications and safety requirements for the VHSIM2-A6DP. Enterasys Networks reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 SPECIFICATIONS Environment Regulatory Com...
Page 105 - APIM-21 SPECIFICATIONS; Multimode Fiber
APIM and VAPIM Specifications B-1 B APIM and VAPIM Specifications This appendix provides specifications for Enterasys Networks APIMs and VAPIMs. B.1 APIM-21 SPECIFICATIONS Figure B-1 APIM-21 Physical Interface: OC3 Media Type: Multimode Fiber Data Rate: 155 Mbps Connector Type: SC Transmit Power: -1...
Page 106 - APIM-29 SPECIFICATIONS; Single Mode Fiber
APIM-29 Specifications B-2 APIM and VAPIM Specifications B.2 APIM-29 SPECIFICATIONS Figure B-2 APIM-29 Physical Interface: OC3 Media Type: Single Mode Fiber Data Rate: 155 Mbps Connector Type: SC Transmit Power: -8 db to -14 db Receive Sensitivity: -6 db to -32.5 db Loss Budget: -8 db to -24.5 db Wa...
Page 107 - APIM-29LR SPECIFICATIONS
APIM-29LR Specifications APIM and VAPIM Specifications B-3 B.3 APIM-29LR SPECIFICATIONS Figure B-3 APIM-29LR Physical Interface: OC3 Media Type: Single Mode Fiber Data Rate: 155 Mbps Connector Type: SC Transmit Power: 0 db to -5 db Receive Sensitivity: -31 db Loss Budget: -26 db to -31 db Wavelength...
Page 108 - APIM-22 SPECIFICATIONS; shows the pin assignments for the APIM-22R.; APIM-22 Pin Assignments; Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair
APIM-22 Specifications B-4 APIM and VAPIM Specifications B.4 APIM-22 SPECIFICATIONS The APIM-22R is considered an ATM User Device and therefore has a different signal pin assignment than the ATM Network Equipment as specified by the ATM Forum User-Network Interface (UNI) specification. Figure B-4 sh...
Page 109 - APIM-67 SPECIFICATIONS
APIM-67 Specifications APIM and VAPIM Specifications B-5 B.5 APIM-67 SPECIFICATIONS The APIM-67 conforms to the electrical characteristics specified by ANSI T1.404-1989 Carrier-to-Customer Installation-DS3 Metallic Interface Specification, Section 5.12 Grounding Arrangements. In accordance with this...
Page 110 - APIM-67R Default Jumper Settings
APIM-67 Specifications B-6 APIM and VAPIM Specifications Figure B-5 APIM-67R Default Jumper Settings Figure B-6 APIM-67 2825_32 APIM-67R STSLNK RECEIVE CHANNEL JUMPER (GROUNDED) TRANSMIT CHANNEL JUMPER (NOT GROUNDED) 2825_31
Page 111 - VAPIM-31 SPECIFICATIONS
VAPIM-31 Specifications APIM and VAPIM Specifications B-7 B.6 VAPIM-31 SPECIFICATIONS Figure B-7 VAPIM-31 Physical Interface: OC12 Media Type: Multimode Fiber Data Rate: 622 Mbps Connector Type: SC Transmit Power: -14 db to -22.5 db Receive Sensitivity: -14 db to -26 db Loss Budget: -12 db to -14 db...
Page 112 - VAPIM-39 SPECIFICATIONS
VAPIM-39 Specifications B-8 APIM and VAPIM Specifications B.7 VAPIM-39 SPECIFICATIONS Figure B-8 VAPIM-39 Physical Interface: OC12 Media Type: Single Mode Fiber Data Rate: 622 Mbps Connector Type: SC Transmit Power: -8 db to -15 db Receive Sensitivity: -28 db Loss Budget: -13 db to -20 db Wavelength...
Page 113 - VAPIM-39LR SPECIFICATIONS
VAPIM-39LR Specifications APIM and VAPIM Specifications B-9 B.8 VAPIM-39LR SPECIFICATIONS Figure B-9 VAPIM-39LR Physical Interface: OC12 Media Type: Single Mode Fiber Data Rate: 622 Mbps Connector Type: SC Transmit Power: +2 db to -3 db Receive Sensitivity: -34 db to 36 db Loss Budget: -29 db to -38...